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Matthew Mullin Obituary
MATTHEW LEON MULLIN, III
AGE: 65 WYNCOTE
Matthew Leon Mullin III, 65, of Wyncote, died suddenly on May 1, 2009. Mr. Mullin grew up in Lincroft, New Jersey, the son of Matthew L. and Sally D. Mullin, and graduated from Red Bank Catholic High School in 1961. He graduated from LaSalle College in 1965 with a bachelor's degree in political science, where he was also a member of Army ROTC. For two years, Matt served as Captain in the Army Reserves and was stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. In May 1970, Matt joined the federal Bureau of Investigation as a Special Agent in the Atlanta Office. He then worked in the New York Office for seven years. In 1977, Matt was transferred to Philadelphia FBI Office, where he was of a law enforcement team that investigated the corruption case of Buddy Cianfrani and the kidnapping and murder case of Susan Reinert and her children. In May 1995, Matt retired from the FBI after 30 years of service. In subsequent years, he worked as a licensed private detective, for a government contract firm performing background investigations, as Eastern Regional Manager for Integrated Biometric Technology, a fingerprinting services company, and as a customer service representative for QuigMeds. Matt was a long-standing member of Wyncote Civic Association, where he had served as President and most recently, Secretary/Treasurer. He was an active member of Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, an avid supporter of LaSalle University Womens' basketball team, and had a passion for golf and thoroughbred horse racing.
Most of all, Matt had a passion for his family. He was a loving husband to his wife, Margaret, of 38 years; a doting father to three children, Matthew Patrick, of Berwyn, Nora Elizabeth, Washington, DC and Kathleen Margaret, of New Orleans, and a caring brother to Martha O'Neill, of Lake Wales, Florida, and many extended relatives. Matt was a tremendous presence in the lives of all those who knew him and he will be dearly missed.
Funeral Mass will be Wednesday 11 a.m. at St. Luke the Evangelist Church Easton Rd. and Fairhill Ave. Glenside, PA 19038. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Church. There will be no viewing Wednesday Morning. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent, in Matthew Mullin's memory, to Melmark Home, 2600 Wayland Road, Berwyn, PA 19312. Arrangements by: May Funeral Home 215-884-8410.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Mullin
Susan and Richie de Alejos
May 12, 2009
To Margaret - Matthew - Nora - Katie - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are a beautiful and very cool family. We always loved seeing you at family parties. May your memories of Matt help you all through this difficult time. We miss you and love you.
Gordon Strand
May 11, 2009
To Marge and family,
It was a great privilege to have known Matt when we were new agents in New York and new home owners in Allentown, NJ. I will remember Matt for his sense of humor and his integrity. I am sure he passed along those qualities to his children.
May 11, 2009
The Mullin Family and Kathleen,
Kathleen, I would like to offer my sincere condolences on the loss of your father. I would also like to thank you for your kind words in regards to my Nephew Matty. When we read your message you gave us a a chill. I hope your father and my nephew met in heaven and had a long conversation and got to know each other. Thank you for youur note and I will keep your father in my prayers.
On a side note, Matty has an Aunt named Kathleen she is also my sister, so it gave us an added chill seeing the name Kathleen had sighned it.
Carpe Diem
Bob Mullin
Megan Fleming Holden
May 6, 2009
Nora I send my deepest condolences to you, and all your family at this sad time. I will hold you in my prayers in the difficult days to come. I hope memories of your dad can bring you comfort when you need it most.
Jen Carr-Praul
May 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Mullin family. I will always think of Mr. Mullin as a kind, strong and friendly man who always had a ready smile and funny comment for his friends. What a truly great man.
Betty Lang
May 5, 2009
Dear Margaret,
I can't be with all of you today, but I'd like you to know that I'm there in spirit.
Matt was always very kind to me; ever quick with a humorous story or joke at family gatherings, a smile and a laugh and a twinkle in those Irish eyes that would endear all to him.
He loved you so much, Margie. He told me that he thanked God everyday for you in his life. He adored his little girls, all grown now. But you know all of this, and I'm rambling on not knowing what to say or how to say it.
For some reason I always remember the last line in Hamlet at times like this. (It's really a paraphrase because it's been a long time since I read Shakespeare.)
"Good night, sweet prince. And may hosts of angels come and carry you to your rest."
God bless and keep you, Margie all the days of your life; and may our Lord Jesus welcome Matt into His heavenly kingdom to rest in His light and His love forever.
Love to you always,
Betty (Lang)
Mike Santarelli
May 4, 2009
Dear Marge, Matthew,Nora and Kate,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to your entire family. Matt meant a great deal to me. He taught me how to be an investigator and how to do it professionally. I enjoyed the projects we worked on such as St. Luke's School Security Committee and teaching the students about fingerprinting. I last spent the day with Matt at the funeral of another well-loved detective who Matt and I knew for years, Don Rohner. We all sat together at the luncheon. But most importantly I will miss Matt's infectious laugh and ability to have a great time with friends. Matt will be greatly missed.
Maryann Klady
May 4, 2009
Dear Marge, Matthew, Nora, and Katie,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. I will never forget Matt's smile.
Love,
The Klady Family
Loveinu Simmons
May 4, 2009
May you and your family look to God for comfort and Peace. My thoughts and Prayers are with you.
May 4, 2009
Marge and Family,
There are just no words to express how sad this is and how deeply sorry we are. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand.
Bette Anne and Tom Champion
Marie Amendola Pelletier
May 4, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill Grace
May 4, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies Matt was a great person.
Jim Bryan
May 4, 2009
Dear Marge and family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Matt as everyone knows was one of the nicest and kindest people. I will always remember him.
May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
May the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And, until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.
Gail Knight
May 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Matt. His quick smile and ready wit were matched only by his devotion to family and country. It was my honor to have known and worked with Matt in the FBI and he will be deeply missed.
Rise Bryant
May 3, 2009
To the Mullin Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I worked with Matt, and was shocked to learn of his passing. I will always remember Matt as a wonderful person, with a great sense of humor.
Maureen Kelly Mepham
May 3, 2009
Dear Marge and family,
I was shocked at the sad news of Matt's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I hope the wonderful memories that you have to look back on help you through this hard time.
Fondly,
Jack & Betsy Gerrity
May 3, 2009
Dear Marge, Matthew, Nora, and Katie,
We were deeply saddened to learn of Matt's passing. Few men can leave this world and have it said that they were loved by so many people of all walks of life. Matt was one of those people. Matt's humor and compassion were two of his greatest gifts. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Catherine Scanlon
May 3, 2009
Dear Marge,
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Catherine
Bob Downey
May 3, 2009
To the Mullin Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family for the loss of Matt. Matt was the consumate FBI agent and family man. He will be missed!
Eugenia Kelly
May 3, 2009
Dear Marge and Family,
My heartfelt love and sympathy to all of on the passing of Matt. What a guy! As an enthusiastic alumnus of the RBC class of '61, he will always be remembered for the help he gave the Reunion Committee over the years tracking down "lost" alums! That and his famous red hair! Matt, we will miss you dearly, but know we will all meet again!
Love, Eugenia McAuliffe Kelly, RBC '61
Mary Corbett
May 3, 2009
We have lost one of the few honorable men. The courage to stand for the right thing was always foremost in Matthew's way of life. To do the right thing seemed to always be easy for him. A lasting memory of the quality of men. Matthew to know you was to respect and love you. Dear cousin/brother substitute you will be in my heart forever. How lucky all our family was to have shared the planet with him.
Richard Macko
May 3, 2009
To the Mullin Family:
I am a retired FBI Agent from the Philadelphia Division currently working as an advisor to the commander of the 4th BCT 25TH Airborne Division assisting the U.S. Army with it's mission in Afghanistan. Today, I was sitting in a computer center at a forward operating base called Sharana in Paktika Province trying to get a flight back to my own base..I am on the south jersey chapter email distribution list that charley fullam runs. His emails are usually the first ones I open every day..today was no different...I am shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Matt's passing.. He was a highly respected Agent within the Division and the community he served. He made a difference. I always enjoyed talking to him and I consider him to be a good friend. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend his funeral. Please accept my deepest condolences..
Thomas Schoenig
May 3, 2009
To the Mullin Family,
Having lost my father at an early age, it was men like Matthew, Stevie Lang, Andy Lang, Paul Herman and Allen Herbert
that helped me understand what it is to be a man. For this I will be ever grateful and a better person for having known Mathew Mullin
Love
Thomas Schoenig
Susan Herbert
May 3, 2009
Our deepest condolences! We enjoyed years of family celebrations made richer by Matt's presence and humor. I defer to the Bard to say what many feel about this prince among men:
"His life was gentle, and the elements
So mixed in him that Nature might stand up
And say to all the world, 'This was a man!'"
Love,
Susan and Allen
Jen Carter
May 3, 2009
I have had the distinct honor of knowing Mr. Mullin through the kindness and generosity of his daughter, Katie. Her friendliness and capabilities are a shining tribute to him, and will always be. May Mr. Mullin's memory be eternal.
Love,
Jen
L. Brown
May 3, 2009
Lenny and I are so sad to hear about Matt's death, Marge. You two were so loving, it was always a pleasure to be near you. We shall miss Matt -Godspeed friend.
F.Leonard and Linda Brown
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